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Datsun 510 (classic) vs Etude

Nissan · Mazda

1/4 Mile winner
Etude
Beats the Datsun 510 (classic) by 0.12s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Etude beats the Datsun 510 (classic) comfortably, finishing 0.12 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Etude thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
96 hp
105 hp
0–100 km/h
10.2s
10s
Top speed
175 km/h
170 km/h
Engine
1.6L Inline-4
1.6L Inline-4
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
135 Nm
135 Nm
Price
$25,000
$15,000

Simulated race times

Distance
Datsun 510 (classic)
Etude
100 m
7.796s
7.693s
1/8 mile
11.568s
11.444s
1/4 mile
17.493s
17.370s
1 km
31.748s
31.774s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Etude is $15,000 vs $25,000 for the Datsun 510 (classic) — a $10,000 gap. 0–100 km/h: Etude is 0.20s quicker (10.2s vs 10s). Top speed: Datsun 510 (classic) runs to 175 km/h, 5 km/h higher than Etude.

FAQ

Which is faster, the Datsun 510 (classic) or the Etude?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Etude is faster, beating the Datsun 510 (classic) by 0.12 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Datsun 510 (classic) vs the Etude?

The Datsun 510 (classic) hits 100 km/h in 10.2 seconds, while the Etude does it in 10 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Datsun 510 (classic) produces 96 hp; the Etude produces 105 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Datsun 510 (classic) tops out at 175 km/h, and the Etude reaches 170 km/h.

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