2008 Fiat Siena vs. 1974 Saab 99
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Saab 99. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1974 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Saab 99 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2008 Fiat Siena.
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, 1974 Saab 99 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Siena | 1974 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Siena | 99 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
