2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 56 kg more than 1986 Saab 9000. 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Stilo | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
