1980 Simca 1309 vs. 2005 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Simca 1309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Simca 1309 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1309. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Simca 1309 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti.
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, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1309. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Simca 1309 | 2005 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Simca | Daewoo |
| Model | 1309 | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
