1967 Fiat Dino vs. 1989 Saab 900
To start off, 1989 Saab 900 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 900 (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 110 kg more than 1989 Saab 900.
Because 1967 Fiat Dino 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 1967 Fiat Dino. 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, 1989 Saab 900 (273 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 1989 Saab 900 | |
Make | Fiat | Saab |
Model | Dino | 900 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |