1960 Nissan Patrol vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Nissan Patrol (120 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 980 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1960 Nissan Patrol (295 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Nissan Patrol | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Patrol | Corolla |
Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |