2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 275 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, 1994 Saab 900 (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Palio | 900 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
