1962 Fiat 500 vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat 500 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 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Saab 900 (210 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 500 | 1994 Saab 900 | |
Make | Fiat | Saab |
Model | 500 | 900 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2530 mm |