1971 Fiat 124 vs. 1967 Saab 99
To start off, 1971 Fiat 124 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,708 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Saab 99 (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Saab 99 weights approximately 158 kg more than 1971 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Fiat 124 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 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Saab 99, 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, 1967 Saab 99 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 124 | 1967 Saab 99 | |
Make | Fiat | Saab |
Model | 124 | 99 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1708 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 54 L |