1958 Saab 93 vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1984 Toyota Starlet is newer by 26 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Starlet (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1958 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1958 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Saab 93 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
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, 1984 Toyota Starlet (75 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Saab 93 | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 93 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 70.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
