1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 855 kg more than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 6C | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 135 L |
