1960 Saab 93 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 52 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 659 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, 2012 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Saab 93 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Saab | Honda |
| Model | 93 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
