1971 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500.
Because 1971 Fiat 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep, 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, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 500 | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | 500 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |
