1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1969 Riley 4
To start off, 1969 Riley 4 is newer by 3 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Riley 4 (67 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Datsun 1000. (61 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Datsun 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Riley 4 weights approximately 523 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, 1969 Riley 4 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Datsun 1000 | 1969 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Datsun | Riley |
| Model | 1000 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
