1996 Saab 900 vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Saab 900 (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Strada.
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, 2010 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saab 900. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Saab 900 | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Saab | Fiat |
| Model | 900 | Strada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
