1972 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1982 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1982 Nissan Patrol is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1982 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GTA | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| 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 |
