1964 Fiat Berline vs. 1957 Saab 93
To start off, 1964 Fiat Berline 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 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1957 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1957 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Berline weights approximately 483 kg more than 1957 Saab 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat Berline 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 Berline. 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, 1964 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Berline | 1957 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Berline | 93 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 54 L |
