1959 Ford 17M vs. 1956 Saab 93
To start off, 1959 Ford 17M is newer by 3 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford 17M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ford 17M (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1956 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford 17M should accelerate faster than 1956 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 305 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 1959 Ford 17M 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 Ford 17M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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 Ford 17M (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 1956 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | 17M | 93 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 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 | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
