1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 1975 Fiat 130 is newer by 9 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1966 Datsun 1000. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1966 Datsun 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 975 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Datsun 1000 | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Datsun | Fiat |
| Model | 1000 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
