1990 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 22 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A1 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A1 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1, 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, 2012 Audi A1 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Sierra | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Sierra | A1 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2469 mm |
