1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 193 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Palio | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
