1973 Simca 1100 vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 320 kg more than 1973 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Simca 1100 | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Simca | Dacia |
Model | 1100 | Duster |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 944 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2673 mm |