1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1963 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1966 Datsun 1000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1966 Datsun 1000. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1966 Datsun 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Cortina weights approximately 215 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, 1963 Ford Cortina (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Datsun 1000 | 1963 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Datsun | Ford |
| Model | 1000 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |
