1960 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 51 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 46 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 790 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. 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 2011 Fiat Panda. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Nissan Patrol | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Nissan | Fiat |
Model | Patrol | Panda |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |