1955 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1967 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1967 Nissan Gloria is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Nissan Gloria (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 527 kg more than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morgan Plus 4 | 1967 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | Plus 4 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
