1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 20 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Datsun 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Datsun 1000 (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Datsun 1000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault Super 5 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Datsun 1000 (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Datsun 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Datsun 1000 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Datsun | Renault |
| Model | 1000 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
