1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1963 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1963 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 1,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alpine A 108 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alpine A 108 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 365 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Nissan Bluebird (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1963 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alpine A 108 | 1963 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Alpine | Nissan |
Model | A 108 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2390 mm |