1956 Saab 93 vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1960 Toyota Crown is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Saab 93 would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Toyota Crown (55 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1956 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1956 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 440 kg more than 1956 Saab 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Toyota Crown 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 1960 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1960 Toyota Crown (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Saab 93 | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 93 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
