1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1991 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1999 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 8 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, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Sierra weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Barchetta | 1991 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Barchetta | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2620 mm |
