1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 1973 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 13 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 162 kg more than 1960 Saab 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Fulvia | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Lancia | Saab |
| Model | Fulvia | 93 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.7 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 54 L |
