1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1990 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1990 Ford Sierra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Sierra weights approximately 200 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Sierra (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1990 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
