2009 Honda Fit vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Saab 900 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 259 kg more than 1980 Saab 900.
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, 1980 Saab 900 (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Fit | 900 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
