1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1972 Morgan 4
To start off, 1972 Morgan 4 is newer by 6 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1966 Datsun 1000. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Datsun 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Morgan 4 weights approximately 35 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, 1972 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Datsun 1000 | 1972 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Datsun | Morgan |
| Model | 1000 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
