2006 Nissan Altima vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 46 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 730 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, 2006 Nissan Altima (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Altima | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Altima | 93 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 54 L |
