1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 1958 Saab 93
To start off, 1958 Saab 93 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 904 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Alpine A 108 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Alpine A 108 (49 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1958 Saab 93. (33 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alpine A 108 should accelerate faster than 1958 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Saab 93 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 108.
Because 1957 Alpine A 108 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 1957 Alpine A 108. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, both vehicles can yield 68 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 108 | 1958 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Alpine | Saab |
| Model | A 108 | 93 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2500 mm |
