1999 Nissan Sentra vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 1999 Nissan Sentra is newer by 39 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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Sentra (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 150 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, 1999 Nissan Sentra (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Sentra | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Sentra | 93 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
