1971 Fiat 127 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 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Saab 900 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Saab 900 weights approximately 372 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Saab 900 (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | 127 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
