1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 1977 Porsche 930 is newer by 11 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1966 Datsun 1000. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1966 Datsun 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 930 weights approximately 521 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, 1977 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Datsun 1000 | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Datsun | Porsche |
| Model | 1000 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
