1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1974 Saab 99
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Punto (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Saab 99. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1974 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Saab 99 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto.
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, 1999 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Saab 99. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 1974 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Punto | 99 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
