1970 Fiat 125 vs. 1993 Saab 900
To start off, 1993 Saab 900 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Saab 900 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1970 Fiat 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 125 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 1970 Fiat 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Saab 900 (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 125 | 1993 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | 125 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1607 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
