1991 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1958 Saab 93
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Saab 93 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1991 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1958 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Saab 93 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Daihatsu Charade (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Charade | 1958 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saab |
| Model | Charade | 93 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 747 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 | 77 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 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 | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 54 L |
