2006 Opel Agila vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 2006 Opel Agila 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Agila (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Agila weights approximately 320 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 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Agila | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Agila | 93 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 54 L |
