1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2012 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 25 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, 2012 Fiat Fiorino (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 Fiat Fiorino.
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, 2012 Fiat Fiorino, 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2012 Fiat Fiorino | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Sierra | Fiorino |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |