1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1954 Saab 94
To start off, 1959 Abarth 1000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Saab 94. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Saab 94 would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1954 Saab 94. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1954 Saab 94. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 1000 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1954 Saab 94. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Saab 94, 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 Abarth 1000 (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Saab 94. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Saab 94.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1954 Saab 94 | |
| Make | Abarth | Saab |
| Model | 1000 | 94 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2210 mm |
