2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 2002 Lancia Lybra is newer by 42 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 600 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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Lybra | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Lancia | Saab |
| Model | Lybra | 93 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
