1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 1975 Saab 99
To start off, 1996 Fiat Vivace is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,854 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Saab 99 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Saab 99 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1996 Fiat Vivace. 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, 1975 Saab 99 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Vivace | 1975 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Vivace | 99 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1854 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |
