2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1968 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 33 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, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 375 kg more than 1968 Nissan Gloria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (171 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1968 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |
