2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Saab 900i
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 900i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 900i would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 900i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 900i (135 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 900i should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 900i weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. 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, 1988 Saab 900i (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 900i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1988 Saab 900i | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Panda | 900i |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |
