1959 Fiat 750 vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep

To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 Fiat 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 1959 Fiat 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Fiat 750 2005 Saab 05-Sep
Make Fiat Saab
Model 750 05-Sep
Year Released 1959 2005
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 746 cc 1985 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 41 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 61 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 64 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 8.8:1
Top Speed 131 km/hour 215 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 585 kg 1595 kg
Vehicle Length 3290 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 75 L


 

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