1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1998 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 1998 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 03-Sep (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 95 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1998 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 1958 Austin A 95 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 1958 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Saab 03-Sep, 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, 1998 Saab 03-Sep (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 1998 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Austin | Saab |
| Model | A 95 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
