1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 20 kg more than 1971 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GT | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
