1989 Audi 200 vs. 1956 Saab 93
To start off, 1989 Audi 200 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Saab 93 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1956 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1956 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 200 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1956 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, 1989 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 1956 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | 200 | 93 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72.9 mm |
| 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 | 1480 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |
