1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1968 Saab 99
To start off, 1969 Abarth 1300 is newer by 1 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, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Saab 99 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Because 1969 Abarth 1300 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 1969 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Saab 99, 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, 1969 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Saab 99. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1968 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Abarth | Saab |
| Model | 1300 | 99 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 54 L |
