1959 Saab 95 vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1969 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 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 1,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corolla (76 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Saab 95 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1969 Toyota Corolla 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 1969 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1969 Toyota Corolla (94 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Saab 95 | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 95 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
