1995 Innocenti Elba vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1995 Innocenti Elba is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1995 Innocenti Elba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1995 Innocenti Elba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Innocenti Elba. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Innocenti Elba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Innocenti Elba | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | Elba | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2980 mm |
