1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cherry is newer by 5 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. Both 1966 Datsun 1000 and 1971 Nissan Cherry are equipped with a 988 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Datsun 1000 (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Datsun 1000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 59 kg more than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Datsun 1000 (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Datsun 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Datsun 1000 | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Datsun | Nissan |
| Model | 1000 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
