2002 MG TF vs. 1968 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 34 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, 2002 MG TF (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 196 kg more than 2002 MG TF.
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, 1968 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MG TF | 1968 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | TF | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
