1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1979 Alpine A 310 is newer by 8 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 50 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, 1979 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alpine A 310 | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 310 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2430 mm |
