1982 Citroen LN vs. 1957 Saab 93
To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 25 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 746 cc (3 cylinders), 1957 Saab 93 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen LN (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1957 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 1957 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Saab 93 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1982 Citroen LN.
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, 1957 Saab 93 (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Saab 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1957 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | LN | 93 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 54 L |
