1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1960 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1960 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 62 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1960 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Bluebird will offer significantly more control. 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, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1960 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulietta | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 863 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
