1970 Datsun 1200 vs. 1966 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1970 Datsun 1200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Datsun 1200. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Datsun 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Vauxhall VX4 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1970 Datsun 1200. 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, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 1200. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Vauxhall VX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Datsun 1200 | 1966 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Datsun | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1200 | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 45 L |
