1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1985 Saab 90
To start off, 1985 Saab 90 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Saab 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1985 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Saab 90 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Saab 90, 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Saab 90. (162 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Saab 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1985 Saab 90 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | Giulia | 90 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
