1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 1962 Holden FB Special is newer by 2 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Holden FB Special weights approximately 290 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.
Because 1962 Holden FB Special is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Saab 93, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Holden | Saab |
| Model | FB Special | 93 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
