1959 Fiat 600 vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600.
Because 1959 Fiat 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 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep, 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, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 600 | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | 600 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
