2005 Fiat Idea vs. 1968 Saab 99
To start off, 2005 Fiat Idea is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,709 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Saab 99 (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Idea weights approximately 80 kg more than 1968 Saab 99.
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, 2005 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Saab 99. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Idea | 1968 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Idea | 99 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |
