2009 Fiat Idea vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Fiat Idea is newer by 29 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Patrol (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2009 Fiat Idea. 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 2009 Fiat Idea. 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 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Idea | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Idea | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2980 mm |
