1967 Fiat Dino vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1998 Nissan Patrol is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Nissan Patrol (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat Dino | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Dino | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1810 mm |
