1979 Fiat 133 vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1665 kg more than 1979 Fiat 133. 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 133 | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 133 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 4759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2980 mm |