1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Saab 900 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
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 Ford Fiesta (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Fiesta | 900 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
