1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1988 Saab 900
To start off, 1988 Saab 900 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1988 Saab 900. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1988 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 294 kg more than 1988 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat 130 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 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1969 Fiat 130 (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1988 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | 130 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
