1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1987 Saab 900
To start off, 1987 Saab 900 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1987 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1987 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Saab 900 weights approximately 436 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Because 1963 Abarth 1600 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 1963 Abarth 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1963 Abarth 1600 (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1987 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Abarth | Saab |
| Model | 1600 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2530 mm |
