1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1993 Saab 900
To start off, 1993 Saab 900 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Saab 900. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Saab 900 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Because 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 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 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Saab 900. (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1993 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | GTV6 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
