1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1960 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1963 Abarth 1600 is newer by 3 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, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1056 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Because 1960 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Abarth 1600. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1960 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 1600 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2510 mm |
