1971 Fiat 128 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 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 128 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 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 128. (66 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Saab 900 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1971 Fiat 128. 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 (164 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 128. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 128 | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | 128 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
