1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1967 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 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 80 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 309 kg more than 1967 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1967 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 146 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
