1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1988 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1988 Ford Sierra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Sierra weights approximately 105 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1988 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 1988 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1988 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
