1998 Fiat Duna vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 38 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Duna (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Duna weights approximately 120 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, 1998 Fiat Duna (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Duna | 93 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
