1964 Ford Anglia vs. 1957 Saab 93
To start off, 1964 Ford Anglia 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 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford Anglia (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford Anglia should accelerate faster than 1957 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Saab 93 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Because 1964 Ford Anglia 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 Ford Anglia. 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 Ford Anglia (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Ford Anglia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 1957 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Anglia | 93 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 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 | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
