1996 Lancia Delta vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 1996 Lancia Delta is newer by 36 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Delta (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 360 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, 1996 Lancia Delta (157 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Delta | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Lancia | Saab |
| Model | Delta | 93 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
