2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1968 Saab 99
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,709 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Saab 99 (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 185 kg more than 1968 Saab 99.
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, 1968 Saab 99 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (118 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 1968 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Fiorino | 99 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
