1990 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Sierra | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sierra | Brera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
