1969 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 4 kg more than 1964 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Junior | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2390 mm |
