1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina vs. 1985 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1985 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 20 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina.
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, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina | 1985 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Berlina | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
