1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2001 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2001 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (230 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2001 Saab 03-Sep.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 2001 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | 130 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
