1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 7 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 102 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1987 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 1987 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfasud | Sierra |
Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |