2006 Audi A3 vs. 1960 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 46 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, 2006 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
Because 1960 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A3. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1960 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
