1960 Saab 93 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 45 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (189 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 190 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 93 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
