1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (280 HP) has 231 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1980 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Patrol (399 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100. 2012 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1100 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 98 L |
