1958 Saab 93 vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 48 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1958 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1958 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 665 kg more than 1958 Saab 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Saab 93 | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 93 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
