1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1425 kg more than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Ritmo | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Ritmo | Patrol |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1714 cc | 4759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2980 mm |