1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 26 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, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 150 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sierra | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2634 mm |
