1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1989 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1989 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 170 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Bluebird, 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, 1989 Nissan Bluebird (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1989 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulietta | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
