1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1987 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1987 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1987 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Saab 900 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
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, 1987 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1987 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Punto | 900 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
