1975 Simca 1309 vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1309 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1309. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 144 kg more than 1975 Simca 1309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1309. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1309 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Simca | Dacia |
| Model | 1309 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2673 mm |
