1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1966 DKW F 102
To start off, both 1966 Datsun 1000 and 1966 DKW F 102 were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,175 cc (3 cylinders), 1966 DKW F 102 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Datsun 1000 (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1966 DKW F 102. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Datsun 1000 should accelerate faster than 1966 DKW F 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 DKW F 102 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Because 1966 Datsun 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Datsun 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 DKW F 102, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 DKW F 102 (103 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 DKW F 102 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Datsun 1000 | 1966 DKW F 102 | |
| Make | Datsun | DKW |
| Model | 1000 | F 102 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
