1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1989 Saab 900
To start off, 1989 Saab 900 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1989 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 900 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 900. (162 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1989 Saab 900 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
Model | Giulia | 900 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 162 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |