1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Saab 900i
To start off, 1998 Saab 900i is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saab 900i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 900i (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 900i should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 900i weights approximately 534 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Saab 900i. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Saab 900i (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 900i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1998 Saab 900i | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Panda | 900i |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 68 L |
