1970 Nissan Gloria vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1970 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Gloria.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Gloria | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Gloria | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
