1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1956 Saab 93
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Saab 93 would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1956 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1956 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Saab 93 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Saab 93. (68 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1956 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | Giulia | 93 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |
