2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1957 Saab 93
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 47 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1957 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 820 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1957 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | C5 | 93 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
