1973 Mazda 110 S vs. 1958 Saab 93
To start off, 1973 Mazda 110 S is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Saab 93 would be higher. At 1,962 cc, 1973 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1958 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1958 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 110 S weights approximately 150 kg more than 1958 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, 1973 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 110 S | 1958 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 110 S | 93 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 747 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |
