1976 Fiat 130 vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 15 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, 1991 Saab 9000 (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1991 Saab 9000.
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, 1991 Saab 9000, 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, 1991 Saab 9000 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | 130 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 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 | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
