1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 125 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1984 Ford Sierra (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfasud | Sierra |
Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |