1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1970 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 75 kg more than 1970 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GT | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2430 mm |
