1990 Saab 900 vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1990 Saab 900 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 900 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1976 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Saab 900 (181 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Saab 900 | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | 900 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2430 mm |
