1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1985 Ford Sierra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Sierra weights approximately 185 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
