1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1966 Datsun 1000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1966 Datsun 1000. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1966 Datsun 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa weights approximately 55 kg more than 1966 Datsun 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Datsun 1000 | 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Datsun | Ferrari |
| Model | 1000 | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2260 mm |
