Dacia 1300
Renault · 1969
The Dacia 1300 is a Romanian-built, Renault 12–based medium-sized family car launched in 1969 under a state-directed initiative to reduce import dependence; it was required to be inexpensive, family-sized, and equipped with ≤1.3 L engine; Renault 12 was chosen over rivals for technical and political reasons; body styles included sedan, estate, and pickup truck; the name '1300' denotes engine displacement.