1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1997 Saab 900
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Saab 900 (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Saab 900 weights approximately 393 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1997 Saab 900 (178 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 1997 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Fiesta | 900 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 922 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
