2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1995 Saab 900
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saab 900 (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Saab 900 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1995 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Panda | 900 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
