1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cherry is newer by 11 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Saab 93 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Cherry | 93 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2500 mm |
