1960 Ford Anglia vs. 1984 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1984 Nissan Patrol is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Anglia 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 59 more horse power than 1960 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1338 kg more than 1960 Ford Anglia. 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 1960 Ford Anglia. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Anglia | 1984 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Anglia | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2980 mm |
