1994 Saab 900 vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. 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, 1994 Saab 900 (210 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500. 2011 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1994 Saab 900 has manual transmission. 1994 Saab 900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Saab 900 | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Saab | Fiat |
| Model | 900 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
