1985 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1968 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1968 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1968 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 75 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |