1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1961 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1961 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (52 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 50 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1961 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1961 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulietta | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2290 mm |
