1960 Saab 93 vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1974 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 45 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 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 | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 93 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
