1958 Saab 93 vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1980 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Saab 93 would be higher. At 970 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Suzuki Jimny (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1958 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Saab 93 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 1980 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Saab 93. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1980 Suzuki Jimny (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Saab 93 | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Saab | Suzuki |
| Model | 93 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2040 mm |
