1966 Fiat Dino vs. 1985 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1985 Nissan Patrol is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 675 kg more than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Because 1985 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1966 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Dino | 1985 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Dino | Patrol |
Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2980 mm |