1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1965 Simca 1300
To start off, 1966 Datsun 1000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Simca 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Datsun 1000 (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Datsun 1000 should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Simca 1300 weights approximately 371 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, 1965 Simca 1300 (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Simca 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Datsun 1000 | 1965 Simca 1300 | |
Make | Datsun | Simca |
Model | 1000 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |