1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1966 Datsun 1000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Datsun 1000. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1966 Datsun 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus weights approximately 200 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 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Datsun 1000 | 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Datsun | Morgan |
Model | 1000 | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 1966 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |