1967 Opel Commodore vs. 1956 Saab 93
To start off, 1967 Opel Commodore is newer by 11 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 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1956 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1956 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 360 kg more than 1956 Saab 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Commodore 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 1967 Opel Commodore. 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Commodore | 1956 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Commodore | 93 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
