1960 Saab 93 vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1969 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Saab 93 would be higher. At 1,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corolla (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Saab 93 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1969 Toyota Corolla 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 1969 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1969 Toyota Corolla (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Saab 93 | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 93 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 1068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
