1960 Saab 93 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 22 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Talbot Samba (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Saab 93 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Saab 93 (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Saab 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Saab 93 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Saab | Talbot |
| Model | 93 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
