1959 Saab 95 vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 14 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (108 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Saab 95 | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 95 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
