1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1980 Saab 900 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Saab 900 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900, 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, 1980 Saab 900 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1980 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | Alfetta | 900 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
