1960 Saab 93 vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 39 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 380 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Ford Focus (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93. 1999 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1960 Saab 93 has manual transmission. 1960 Saab 93 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Saab 93 | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Saab | Ford |
| Model | 93 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
