1973 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1961 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1973 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Sunbeam Alpine (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 40 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Bluebird | 1961 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Nissan | Sunbeam |
| Model | Bluebird | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2190 mm |
