1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1968 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1968 Dodge Dart is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Datsun 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Datsun 1000 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1966 Datsun 1000. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1966 Datsun 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 752 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Datsun 1000 | 1968 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Datsun | Dodge |
| Model | 1000 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
