1982 Fiat 131 vs. 1982 Saab 99
To start off, both 1982 Fiat 131 and 1982 Saab 99 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Saab 99 (85 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Saab 99 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1982 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Fiat 131 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 1982 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Saab 99, 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, 1982 Saab 99 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 131 | 1982 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | 131 | 99 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
