1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1959 Saab 95 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 841 cc (3 cylinders), 1959 Saab 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Abarth 750 (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Saab 95 weights approximately 326 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750.
Because 1956 Abarth 750 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 1956 Abarth 750. 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 (82 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1959 Saab 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Abarth | Saab |
| Model | 750 | 95 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
