1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Sierra weights approximately 6 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfetta | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
