1982 Ford Fiesta vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 1982 Ford Fiesta is newer by 22 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 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Fiesta (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Saab 93 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1982 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1960 Saab 93 (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1960 Saab 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Fiesta | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Fiesta | 93 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| 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 | 715 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 54 L |
