1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 1967 Saab 99
To start off, 1983 Ford Fiesta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,708 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Saab 99 (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Saab 99 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1983 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1967 Saab 99 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1967 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 1967 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Fiesta | 99 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1708 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 54 L |
