1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1980 Saab 900 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Saab 900 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Because 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 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 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | 1750 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
