1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1991 Saab 9000. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1991 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1991 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 130 | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Fiat | Saab |
Model | 130 | 9000 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |