1956 Ford Anglia vs. 1982 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1982 Nissan Patrol is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1956 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Anglia | 1982 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Anglia | Patrol |
Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2980 mm |