1968 Fiat 125 vs. 1979 Saab 900
To start off, 1979 Saab 900 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Saab 900 (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Saab 900 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1968 Fiat 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 125 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 1968 Fiat 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Saab 900 (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 125 | 1979 Saab 900 | |
Make | Fiat | Saab |
Model | 125 | 900 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |