1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1993 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1993 Ford Sierra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Ford Sierra. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Sierra weights approximately 35 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (176 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Sierra. (167 Nm). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1993 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfetta | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1115 kg |
