1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 1976 Mazda 818 is newer by 10 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Datsun 1000. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1966 Datsun 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 818 weights approximately 257 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, 1976 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Datsun 1000 | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Datsun | Mazda |
| Model | 1000 | 818 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2320 mm |
