1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1957 Saab 93
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 29 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1986 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1957 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1957 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Saab 93 weights approximately 67 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1986 Daihatsu Charade (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charade | 1957 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saab |
| Model | Charade | 93 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 54 L |
