1966 Abarth 595 vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 1966 Abarth 595 is newer by 6 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 748 cc (3 cylinders), 1960 Saab 93 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Saab 93 (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Saab 93 should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Saab 93 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1966 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Abarth 595 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 1966 Abarth 595. 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, 1960 Saab 93 (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Saab 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 595 | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Abarth | Saab |
| Model | 595 | 93 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 54 L |
