1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1985 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1985 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 26 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Bluebird (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 255 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.
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, 1985 Nissan Bluebird (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 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 | 1985 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Giulietta | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |