1960 Nissan Patrol vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 45 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (296 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 570 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (580 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (295 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Patrol | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Patrol | 307 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
