1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1956 Saab 93
To start off, 1973 Fiat 500 is newer by 17 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 748 cc (3 cylinders), 1956 Saab 93 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Saab 93 (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Saab 93 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Saab 93 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Fiat 500 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 1973 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1956 Saab 93 (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Saab 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 500 | 1956 Saab 93 | |
Make | Fiat | Saab |
Model | 500 | 93 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 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 | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 54 L |