1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1980 Nissan Patrol is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1109 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 124. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 124 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2980 mm |
