1958 Jeep CJ vs. 1956 Saab 93
To start off, 1958 Jeep CJ is newer by 2 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jeep CJ (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1956 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1956 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jeep CJ weights approximately 220 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 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Saab 93. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jeep CJ | 1956 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Jeep | Saab |
| Model | CJ | 93 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1956 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2500 mm |
