1958 Fiat 1200 vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (254 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 615 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1200. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1200. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1200 | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1200 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 4758 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 254 HP |
Torque | 82 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 135 L |