1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1959 Saab 95 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 40 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1959 Saab 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Saab 95, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Saab 95 (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Saab 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 1959 Saab 95 | |
Make | Austin | Saab |
Model | A 40 | 95 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 841 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 888 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |