1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1972 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1972 Nissan Gloria is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 235 kg more than 1972 Nissan Gloria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1972 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
| Model | Tickford | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
