1961 Fiat 1100 vs. 1994 Saab 9000
To start off, 1994 Saab 9000 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 9000 (210 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 9000 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Saab 9000, 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, 1994 Saab 9000 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1100 | 1994 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | 1100 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
