1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 1960 Saab 93 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1200 (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 115 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.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Saab 93, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Fiat 1200 (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | 1200 | 93 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 54 L |
