1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 1954 Saab 94
To start off, 1958 Fiat 1100 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Saab 94. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Saab 94 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Saab 94 (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Saab 94 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1954 Saab 94.
Because 1958 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 1958 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Saab 94, 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, 1954 Saab 94 (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Saab 94 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1100 | 1954 Saab 94 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | 1100 | 94 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2210 mm |
