2001 Nissan Pickup vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 2001 Nissan Pickup is newer by 41 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Pickup (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 635 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.
Because 2001 Nissan Pickup is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Saab 93, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Pickup | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Pickup | 93 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2500 mm |
