1991 Audi 100 vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 31 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 2,224 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 600 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, 1991 Audi 100 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | 100 | 93 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2224 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
