1946 Austin 16 vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 1960 Saab 93 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1960 Saab 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Austin 16 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1946 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Saab 93, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1946 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1946 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Austin | Saab |
| Model | 16 | 93 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
