1963 Opel Rekord vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 1963 Opel Rekord is newer by 3 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Opel Rekord (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Rekord weights approximately 160 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 1963 Opel Rekord 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 1963 Opel Rekord. 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, 1963 Opel Rekord (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Rekord | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Rekord | 93 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |
