1991 Fiat Tipo vs. 1989 Saab 900
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tipo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 900 (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Tipo. (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 900 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1991 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 900 (273 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tipo. (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tipo | 1989 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Tipo | 900 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
