2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1960 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II 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, 1960 Nissan Patrol (120 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Because 1960 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (103 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1960 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio II | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
