1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1957 Saab 93
To start off, 1974 Fiat 133 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Saab 93 would be higher. At 842 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 133 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 133 (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1957 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 133 should accelerate faster than 1957 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Saab 93 weights approximately 97 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133.
Because 1974 Fiat 133 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 1974 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1957 Saab 93 (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Saab 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1957 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | 133 | 93 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2480 mm |
