1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1966 Datsun 1000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Datsun 1000 (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Datsun 1000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 300 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Datsun 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Datsun 1000 | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | Datsun | Fiat |
Model | 1000 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |