1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Tipo | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
