1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1998 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1998 Seat Alhambra is newer by 28 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 870 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, 1998 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Bluebird | 1998 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Bluebird | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
