1992 Fiat 126 vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 1992 Fiat 126 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 900 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1992 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 900 weights approximately 702 kg more than 1992 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Saab 900, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 900 (255 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat 126 | 1990 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | 126 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2530 mm |
