1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 1982 Saab 900
To start off, 1982 Saab 900 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1982 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1982 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Saab 900 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1962 Abarth 2400.
Because 1962 Abarth 2400 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 1962 Abarth 2400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1962 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 2400 | 1982 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Abarth | Saab |
| Model | 2400 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
