1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1966 Datsun 1000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1966 Datsun 1000. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 should accelerate faster than 1966 Datsun 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 760 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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Datsun 1000 | 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
| Make | Datsun | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1000 | W 110 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
