1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1970 Saab 99
To start off, 1972 Fiat 130 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Saab 99 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Saab 99. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1970 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 502 kg more than 1970 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Saab 99, 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, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Saab 99. (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 1970 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | 130 | 99 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
