1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 95 L |
