1996 Fiat Duna vs. 1979 Simca 1308
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1308 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Simca 1308 (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1308 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 1308 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna. 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, 1979 Simca 1308 (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Simca 1308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 1979 Simca 1308 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Duna | 1308 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
