1960 Nissan Patrol vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 52 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 345 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
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 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (295 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Nissan Patrol | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Patrol | Impreza |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2624 mm |