1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 27 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 2,616 cc, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1966 Datsun 1000. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1966 Datsun 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 685 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, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (297 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Datsun 1000 | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Datsun | Mazda |
| Model | 1000 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 259 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
