2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1975 Simca 1309
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 33 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1438 kg more than 1975 Simca 1309.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Simca 1309. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1309. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1309.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1975 Simca 1309 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Simca |
| Model | Discovery | 1309 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 58 L |
