2004 Citroen C4 vs. 1960 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 44 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 26 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 555 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C4. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (216 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 1960 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C4 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
