1942 Citroen 15 vs. 1957 Saab 93
To start off, 1957 Saab 93 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1957 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1957 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 15 weights approximately 538 kg more than 1957 Saab 93. 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, 1942 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1942 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 1957 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | 15 | 93 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2480 mm |
