1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1971 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 140 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulietta | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
