1964 Abarth 700 vs. 1983 Saab 900
To start off, 1983 Saab 900 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Saab 900 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1964 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Abarth 700 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 1964 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1983 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 700 | 1983 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Abarth | Saab |
| Model | 700 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
