1991 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Sierra weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Sierra (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Sierra | i20 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2525 mm |
