1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1955 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1966 Datsun 1000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Datsun 1000 (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Datsun 1000 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 143 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, 1955 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Datsun 1000 | 1955 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Datsun | Morgan |
Model | 1000 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |