1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 235 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
