1998 Rover 200 vs. 1958 Saab 93
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 is newer by 40 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1958 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1958 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 200 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1958 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 Rover 200 (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 200 | 1958 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | 200 | 93 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
