1960 Saab 93 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Corsa 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 973 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Corsa (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Corsa should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Corsa weights approximately 95 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 Vauxhall Corsa (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Saab 93 | 2005 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Saab | Vauxhall |
| Model | 93 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
