1960 Nissan Patrol vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 460 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Patrol | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Patrol | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
