2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1987 Saab 900
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Siena (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1987 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 603 kg more than 1987 Saab 900. 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, 1987 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 1987 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Siena | 900 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
