1972 Fiat 125 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Fiat 125 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 1972 Fiat 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 125 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Fiat | Saab |
Model | 125 | 9000 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |