2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1997 Saab 900
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 3 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Saab 900. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1997 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Saab 900 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (181 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Saab 900. (178 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1997 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | 156 | 900 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
