1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1985 Ford Sierra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Sierra weights approximately 105 kg more than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sierra | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
