1959 Saab 95 vs. 1964 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1964 Triumph Vitesse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Saab 95 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1964 Triumph Vitesse.
Because 1964 Triumph Vitesse 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 1964 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 1964 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Saab 95 | 1964 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Saab | Triumph |
| Model | 95 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 29 L |
