1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 17 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 746 cc (3 cylinders), 1960 Saab 93 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Saab 93 (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Saab 93 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Saab 93 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Saab 93 (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1960 Saab 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | Chante | 93 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 746 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
