1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1960 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1966 Datsun 1000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Innocenti 950 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 27 more horse power than 1960 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Datsun 1000 should accelerate faster than 1960 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Innocenti 950 weights approximately 105 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Datsun 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Datsun 1000 | 1960 Innocenti 950 | |
Make | Datsun | Innocenti |
Model | 1000 | 950 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2130 mm |