1962 Abarth 600 vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 1990 Saab 900 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 900 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 900 weights approximately 767 kg more than 1962 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Saab 900 (255 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 600 | 1990 Saab 900 | |
Make | Abarth | Saab |
Model | 600 | 900 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 980 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |