1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 108 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Spider | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1428 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |