1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1968 Nissan Gloria

To start off, 1968 Nissan Gloria is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1968 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Gloria (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 940 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Nissan Gloria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Nissan Gloria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Berkeley Foursome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Berkeley Foursome 1968 Nissan Gloria
Make Berkeley Nissan
Model Foursome Gloria
Year Released 1958 1968
Engine Size 592 cc 1988 cc
Horse Power 30 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 49 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 356 kg 1296 kg
Vehicle Length 3340 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 1990 mm 2700 mm


 

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