2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Barchetta | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Barchetta | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |
