1960 Lancia Flavia 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 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flavia 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 18 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 885 kg more than 1960 Lancia Flavia. 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 Lancia Flavia. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flavia | 1984 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Flavia | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2980 mm |
