1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1957 Saab 93
To start off, 1964 Fiat 500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Saab 93 would be higher. At 746 cc (3 cylinders), 1957 Saab 93 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Saab 93 (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Saab 93 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Saab 93 weights approximately 241 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat 500 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 1964 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1957 Saab 93 (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Saab 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat 500 | 1957 Saab 93 | |
Make | Fiat | Saab |
Model | 500 | 93 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 787 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 54 L |