1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1972 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1972 Nissan Gloria is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 202 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1972 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Greyhound | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
