1951 Morgan Plus 4 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 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Morgan Plus 4 (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Saab 95 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1951 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1951 Morgan Plus 4 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 Morgan Plus 4. 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, 1951 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Morgan Plus 4 | 1959 Saab 95 | |
Make | Morgan | Saab |
Model | Plus 4 | 95 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 841 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |