1959 Saab 95 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 21 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 1,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Saab 95 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Saab 95 | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 95 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
