1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1963 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 100 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1963 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfasud | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1184 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
