1955 Ford Consul vs. 1968 Saab 99
To start off, 1968 Saab 99 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,709 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Saab 99 (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Saab 99 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1955 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Ford Consul 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 1955 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Saab 99, 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, 1968 Saab 99 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 1968 Saab 99 | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Consul | 99 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1709 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |