2000 Mazda Premacy vs. 1957 Saab 93
To start off, 2000 Mazda Premacy 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 1,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Premacy (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1957 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1957 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 448 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 Mazda Premacy (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Premacy | 1957 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | Premacy | 93 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1833 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |
