2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1983 Saab 900
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Saab 900 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1983 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1983 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Strada | 900 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
