1984 Lancia Beta vs. 1985 Saab 900
To start off, 1985 Saab 900 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Beta (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1985 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Saab 900 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1984 Lancia Beta.
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, 1985 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Beta | 1985 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Lancia | Saab |
| Model | Beta | 900 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
