2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1981 Saab 900
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1981 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Saab 900 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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, 1981 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1981 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Palio | 900 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 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 | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
