1969 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi A 112. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1969 Autobianchi A 112. 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, 1994 Saab 900 (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi A 112. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi A 112 | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Saab |
| Model | A 112 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 655 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2530 mm |
