2002 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV (138 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 160 kg more than 1980 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GTV | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
