1996 Proton 400 vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton 400 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton 400 weights approximately 195 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 Proton 400 (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Proton 400 | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Proton | Saab |
| Model | 400 | 93 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
