1959 Saab 95 vs. 1966 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1966 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 7 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 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph Spitfire (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Saab 95 weights approximately 163 kg more than 1966 Triumph Spitfire.
Because 1966 Triumph Spitfire 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 1966 Triumph Spitfire. 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, 1966 Triumph Spitfire (93 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Saab 95 | 1966 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Saab | Triumph |
| Model | 95 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
