1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1990 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (189 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 410 kg more than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1990 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
