1973 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1956 Saab 93
To start off, 1973 Pontiac Firebird 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1956 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1956 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 660 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.
Because 1973 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Pontiac Firebird | 1956 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saab |
| Model | Firebird | 93 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
