2003 Lancia Zeta vs. 1960 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2003 Lancia Zeta is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Zeta (134 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 198 kg more than 2003 Lancia Zeta.
Because 1960 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1960 Nissan Patrol (295 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Zeta | 1960 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Zeta | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
