2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 61 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Fiat Stilo (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
