1960 Saab 93 vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo is newer by 51 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Exeo (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Exeo weights approximately 590 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, 2011 Seat Exeo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Saab 93 | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Saab | Seat |
Model | 93 | Exeo |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 748 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 148 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2642 mm |