1990 Saab 9000 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 9000 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 138 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Saab 9000 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Saab | Fiat |
| Model | 9000 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
