1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 30 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 323 kg more than 1960 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Tempra | 93 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1133 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
