1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 445 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulia | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
