1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1958 Ford Consul
To start off, 1966 Datsun 1000 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Datsun 1000 (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Datsun 1000 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 455 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, 1958 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Datsun 1000 | 1958 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Datsun | Ford |
| Model | 1000 | Consul |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
