1975 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 795 kg more than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Seat Alhambra (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Bluebird | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Bluebird | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
