1981 Audi 80 vs. 1957 Saab 93
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 24 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1957 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1957 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 143 kg more than 1957 Saab 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Audi 80 (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1957 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | 80 | 93 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
