1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1988 Lancia Hit
To start off, 1988 Lancia Hit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lancia Hit (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Hit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 1988 Lancia Hit | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Sierra | Hit |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
