1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 233 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulia | Sierra |
Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2303 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |