1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1986 Saab 900
To start off, 1986 Saab 900 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 900 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (80 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1986 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Uno | 900 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
