1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 1966 Datsun 1000 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Datsun 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Datsun 1000 (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Datsun 1000 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Minor weights approximately 165 kg more than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1966 Datsun 1000 (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Datsun 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Datsun 1000 | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Datsun | Morris |
| Model | 1000 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2190 mm |
