1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1663 kg more than 1960 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 55 | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 55 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |