1983 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1966 Datsun 1000
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 17 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 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1966 Datsun 1000. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1966 Datsun 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 415 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1966 Datsun 1000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Datsun |
| Model | Spider | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 59 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
