1958 MG MGA 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 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA 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 18 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 396 kg more than 1958 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1958 MG MGA | 1968 Nissan Gloria | |
Make | MG | Nissan |
Model | MGA | Gloria |
Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1988 cc |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2700 mm |