1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1982 Saab 900
To start off, 1982 Saab 900 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1982 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Saab 900 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1982 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1982 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Abarth | Saab |
| Model | 1300 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2530 mm |
