1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia (76 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 190 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulia | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1190 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 |
