1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1966 Morris Mini Moke
To start off, both 1966 Datsun 1000 and 1966 Morris Mini Moke were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Datsun 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Datsun 1000 (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Datsun 1000 should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Morris Mini Moke weights approximately 25 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 Morris Mini Moke, 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 Datsun 1000 (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1966 Datsun 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Datsun 1000 | 1966 Morris Mini Moke | |
| Make | Datsun | Morris |
| Model | 1000 | Mini Moke |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2040 mm |
