1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 14 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
