1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1980 Nissan Patrol is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | GTA | Patrol |
Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 215 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2980 mm |