2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1958 Saab 93
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Saab 93 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1958 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1958 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 405 kg more than 1958 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 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 1958 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Mini | Saab |
| Model | Cooper | 93 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
