1966 Fiat 124 vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (159 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1425 kg more than 1966 Fiat 124. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 124 | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 124 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 159 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 135 L |