1968 Saab 99 vs. 1995 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1995 Subaru Vivio is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,709 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Saab 99 (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Saab 99 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1995 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Saab 99 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Saab 99 | 1995 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Saab | Subaru |
| Model | 99 | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1709 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2320 mm |
