1956 Saab 93 vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 45 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (87 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1956 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1956 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 415 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.
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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (221 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Saab 93 | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 93 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
