1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1980 Saab 900 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Saab 900 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Saab 900 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Fiat 1100 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 1954 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900, 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, 1980 Saab 900 (164 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1980 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | 1100 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
