Saab 96 (1960–1980)

The Saab 96 was offered with 4 engine versions (3 gasoline, 1 two-stroke gas-oil mix), from 38 to 68 hp, built 1960–1980.

Production years1960–1980
Body styleSedan
Doors5
Length164.2 in (4,170 mm) – 169.3 in (4,300 mm)
Width62.0 in (1,575 mm) – 62.6 in (1,590 mm)
Height57.5 in (1,461 mm) – 57.9 in (1,470 mm)
Fuel tank10.2 gal (38.6 l) – 10.0 gal (38 l)

All Saab 96 engines

EngineYearsFuelPowerTorque0–62 mphTop speedCombinedDrive
0.8 (38 hp)1960–1967Two-stroke gas-oil mix38 hp (28 kW)60 lb-ft (81 Nm)79 mph (127 km/h)Front-wheel drive
1.5 V4 (65 hp)1966–1975Gasoline65 hp (48 kW)85 lb-ft (115 Nm)91 mph (147 km/h)Front-wheel drive
1.5 V4 (63 hp)1975–1977Gasoline63 hp (46 kW)85 lb-ft (115 Nm)90 mph (145 km/h)Front-wheel drive
1.5 V4 (68 hp)1977–1980Gasoline68 hp (50 kW)85 lb-ft (115 Nm)Front-wheel drive

Figures are the manufacturer's, mostly for the European versions, and can vary with equipment. Fuel economy is converted from the European test (l/100 km) to US mpg, so it reads higher than an EPA rating. Engines with a link have their own spec sheet.

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