1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1957 Saab 93
To start off, 1988 Bitter Type III is newer by 31 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 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Bitter Type III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Bitter Type III (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1957 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1957 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 513 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.
Because 1988 Bitter Type III is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Bitter Type III. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Saab 93, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Bitter Type III (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1957 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Bitter | Saab |
| Model | Type III | 93 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |
