1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1957 Saab 93
To start off, 1971 Alpine A 110 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Saab 93 would be higher. At 1,563 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1957 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1957 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Saab 93 weights approximately 152 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Because 1971 Alpine A 110 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 1971 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1971 Alpine A 110 (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1957 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Alpine | Saab |
| Model | A 110 | 93 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 54 L |
