1970 Nissan Gloria vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 42 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, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 43 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Gloria | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Gloria | Insight |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1300 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
