1982 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1967 Simca 1100
To start off, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 665 kg more than 1967 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Plymouth Trail 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, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1967 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Simca |
| Model | Trail Duster | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
