2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1957 Saab 93
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 51 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1957 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 715 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1957 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | C5 | 93 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
