2008 Fiat Siena vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Siena. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 900 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 Fiat Siena. 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, 1990 Saab 900 (181 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Siena | 1990 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Siena | 900 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
