1991 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 250 kg more than 1989 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | SZ | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
