2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 47 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 701 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.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Saab 93. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Kia | Saab |
| Model | Sportage | 93 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1511 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |
