1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1994 Saab 9000
To start off, 1994 Saab 9000 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 9000 (210 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 Saab 9000.
Because 1971 Fiat 130 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 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Saab 9000, 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 9000 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1994 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | 130 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
