1960 Saab 93 vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 319 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 Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93. 2012 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1960 Saab 93 has manual transmission. 1960 Saab 93 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Saab 93 | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Saab | Honda |
| Model | 93 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |
