1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1992 Ford Sierra
To start off, both 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 and 1992 Ford Sierra were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155, 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, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1992 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 155 | Sierra |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |