1995 Fiat Coupe vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1995 Fiat Coupe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Coupe (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900.
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, 1995 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Coupe | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Coupe | 900 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
