1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 693 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300. 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 (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Abarth 1300 | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | 1300 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 4758 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 135 L |