1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 2001 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2001 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 05-Sep (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2001 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fiesta | 2001 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Fiesta | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |
