1966 Alpine A 110 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 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1966 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1966 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1779 kg more than 1966 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alpine A 110 | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 110 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 135 L |
