1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 26 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 18 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Sierra | 500 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
