2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 643 kg more than 1970 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
