1996 Audi A4 vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1971 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 1971 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
