2008 Fiat Strada vs. 1984 Saab 90
To start off, 2008 Fiat Strada is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Saab 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Saab 90 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Saab 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Saab 90 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Saab 90 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Strada weights approximately 195 kg more than 1984 Saab 90.
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, 2008 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Saab 90. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Saab 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Strada | 1984 Saab 90 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Strada | 90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
