1976 Fiat 130 vs. 1985 Saab 90
To start off, 1985 Saab 90 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1985 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1985 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1985 Saab 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Fiat 130 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 1976 Fiat 130. 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, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Saab 90. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Saab 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 1985 Saab 90 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | 130 | 90 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
