1959 Ford Prefect 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 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect 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 362 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1985 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Prefect. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect. 2010 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Prefect 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 Ford Prefect | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Prefect | Patrol |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 98 L |