1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2002 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2002 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 135 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 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Saab 05-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, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 2002 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Austin | Saab |
| Model | A 135 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
