1970 Datsun 100A Cherry vs. 1965 Porsche 912
To start off, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Porsche 912 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Porsche 912 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Porsche 912 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Porsche 912. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Porsche 912 (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | 1965 Porsche 912 | |
Make | Datsun | Porsche |
Model | 100A Cherry | 912 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2220 mm |