1959 Saab 95 vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 1959 Saab 95 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Skoda 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Skoda 440 (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Skoda 440 should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Skoda 440 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1959 Saab 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Skoda 440 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 1957 Skoda 440. 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, 1957 Skoda 440 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Skoda 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Saab 95 | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Saab | Skoda |
| Model | 95 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
