1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (104 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 146 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
