1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (148 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | 130 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
