1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 1968 Nissan Gloria

To start off, 1976 Ford Fiesta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Gloria 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 37 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 566 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1976 Ford Fiesta, 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Ford Fiesta 1968 Nissan Gloria
Make Ford Nissan
Model Fiesta Gloria
Year Released 1976 1968
Engine Size 1117 cc 1988 cc
Horse Power 52 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 80 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 730 kg 1296 kg
Vehicle Length 3570 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2700 mm


 

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