1960 Saab 93 vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 48 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 450 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, 2008 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Saab 93 | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | 93 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
