2001 Fiat Ecobasic vs. 2001 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, both 2001 Fiat Ecobasic and 2001 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. (60 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 584 kg more than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. 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, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. (163 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Fiat Ecobasic 2001 Saab 03-Sep
Make Fiat Saab
Model Ecobasic 03-Sep
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1200 cc 1983 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 60 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 756 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 3500 mm 4640 mm


 

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