1976 Renault 15 vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 16 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 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 250 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Renault 15 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | 15 | 93 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 54 L |
