2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1979 Saab 900
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Saab 900 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. 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, 1979 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1979 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Panda | 900 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1249 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |
