1960 Fiat 1100 vs. 1986 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1986 Nissan Patrol is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1100 | 1986 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1100 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1087 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2980 mm |
