1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1989 Saab 900
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 900 (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 900 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 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, 1989 Saab 900 (273 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1989 Saab 900 | |
Make | Fiat | Saab |
Model | Seicento | 900 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |