1992 Ford Sierra vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1992 Ford Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 480 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164, 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Sierra | 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sierra | 164 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
