1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1974 Saab 99
To start off, 1974 Saab 99 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Saab 99. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1974 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Saab 99 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Because 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Saab 99, 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, 1974 Saab 99 (162 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1974 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1974 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | 1900 | 99 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1883 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
