1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 1990 Saab 9000 is newer by 2 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), 1990 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 380 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Tipo | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1490 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 |
