1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1966 Datsun 1000. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1966 Datsun 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 390 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, 1979 Toyota Corolla (129 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Datsun 1000 | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Datsun | Toyota |
Model | 1000 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |