1959 Abarth 600 vs. 1985 Saab 900
To start off, 1985 Saab 900 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Saab 900 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 600 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 1959 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 600 | 1985 Saab 900 | |
Make | Abarth | Saab |
Model | 600 | 900 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
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 | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |