1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1970 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Nissan Bluebird | 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Bluebird | 146 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1712 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |