1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 230 kg more than 2011 Fiat Croma.
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, 2011 Fiat Croma, 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, 2011 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Sierra | Croma |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
