2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1956 Saab 93
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Saab 93 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1956 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1956 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 507 kg more than 1956 Saab 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Saab 93. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1956 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | HR-V | 93 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
