1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2008 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 34 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, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2008 Saab 03-Sep.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2008 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | 130 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
