2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1957 Saab 93
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Saab 93 would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1957 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1957 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C1 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1957 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, 2000 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1957 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | C1 | 93 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 54 L |
