1959 Saab 95 vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1971 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 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 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 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 108 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1971 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 1971 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, 1971 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 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 | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 95 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |
