1960 Lancia Flaminia 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 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flaminia 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) has 300 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1512 kg more than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. 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 Lancia Flaminia. 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. 2012 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1960 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1960 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flaminia | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Flaminia | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 98 L |
