1970 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 10 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 905 kg more than 1960 Saab 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Chevrolet Impala 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 1970 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 1970 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Impala | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Impala | 93 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2500 mm |
