1964 Fiat Berline vs. 1988 Saab 900i
To start off, 1988 Saab 900i is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 900i (135 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 900i should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 900i weights approximately 15 kg more than 1964 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat Berline 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 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Saab 900i, 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, 1964 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 900i. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 900i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Berline | 1988 Saab 900i | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Berline | 900i |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 58 L |
