1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (94 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Giulia (136 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulia | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
