1958 AC Ace vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 1960 Saab 93 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 80 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | AC | Saab |
| Model | Ace | 93 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |
