1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1984 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1984 Nissan Patrol is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Patrol (94 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 953 kg more than 1968 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin A 60 | 1984 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 60 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2980 mm |
