1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 2001 Saab 9-X
To start off, 2001 Saab 9-X is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Saab 9-X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 9-X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 9-X should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saab 9-X weights approximately 515 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Saab 9-X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Saab 9-X will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Saab 9-X (350 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 9-X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1100 | 2001 Saab 9-X | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | 1100 | 9-X |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
