Saab 93

vs

Saab 92

Sweden vs Sweden — 1949 vs 1949

Saab 93 (1949)
Saab 92 (1949)
Specifications
93 93B92 Standard
Horsepower33 hp25 hp
Torque44 lb-ft38 lb-ft
Engine Size748 cc764 cc
Top Speed75 mph65 mph
Weight1,786 lbs1,786 lbs
Wheelbase2,490 mm2,470 mm
Length3,990 mm3,945 mm
Units Produced52,73120,128
Value (Excellent)$40,000$60,000
Collectibility7/108/10
Rarity7/108/10
The Verdict

It's a closely fought contest. The 1949 Saab 93 93B brings more power, higher top speed to the table, and the 1949 Saab 92 Standard answers with greater rarity, stronger collectibility. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.

Overview

Saab has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 1949 Saab 93 93B with the 1949 Saab 92 Standard highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1949 Saab 93 93B producing 33 hp and the 1949 Saab 92 Standard delivering 25 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Saab 93 uses a Inline-3 Two-Stroke displacing 748 cc, while the Saab 92 relies on a Inline-2 Two-Stroke with 764 cc. The 1949 Saab 93 93B claims a higher top speed at 75 mph compared to 65 mph. Each of these machines offers a unique window into the era that produced it, making both worthy of consideration by collectors and drivers alike.