1972 Renault 15 vs. 1956 Saab 93
To start off, 1972 Renault 15 is newer by 16 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1956 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1956 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Renault 15 weights approximately 155 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 1956 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | 15 | 93 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
