1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1984 Saab 90
To start off, 1984 Saab 90 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Saab 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Saab 90 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo GT 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 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Saab 90, 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, 1984 Saab 90 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Saab 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 1984 Saab 90 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | GT | 90 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
