1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 249 kg more than 1964 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 146 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
