1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1980 Nissan Patrol is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Appia | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Appia | Patrol |
Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 3244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2980 mm |