1970 Fiat 500 vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 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 154 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Saab 900 (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 500 | 1994 Saab 900 | |
Make | Fiat | Saab |
Model | 500 | 900 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2530 mm |