1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1239 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 2600 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 135 L |