1970 Honda S800 vs. 1958 Saab 93
To start off, 1970 Honda S800 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Saab 93 would be higher. At 791 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Honda S800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1958 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1958 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Saab 93 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1970 Honda S800.
Because 1970 Honda S800 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 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 1958 Saab 93 (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1958 Saab 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S800 | 1958 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | S800 | 93 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 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 | 710 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 54 L |
