1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2010 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2010 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1500 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 559 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3075 mm |