1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1972 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 166 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
