1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 35 kg more than 1989 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Sierra (238 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
