1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 25 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), 1988 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 589 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Abarth | Saab |
| Model | 1600 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| 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 | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2670 mm |
