1959 Abarth 600 vs. 1984 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1984 Nissan Patrol is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 600 | 1984 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2980 mm |
