1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1968 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1971 Alpine A 110 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,563 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 270 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 110.
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, 1971 Alpine A 110 (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alpine A 110 | 1968 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Alpine | Nissan |
Model | A 110 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1563 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2430 mm |