1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1980 Nissan Patrol is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alpine A 108 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 45 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 108. 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 1962 Alpine A 108. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alpine A 108 | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Alpine | Nissan |
Model | A 108 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 3244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2980 mm |