1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1960 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 35 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1960 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Bluebird 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1960 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfasud | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
