1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 1990 Saab 900 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 900 weights approximately 716 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Abarth 750 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 1956 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Saab 900 (181 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1990 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1990 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Abarth | Saab |
| Model | 750 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
