1959 Saab 95 vs. 1995 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Toyota Corolla is newer by 36 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 182 kg more than 1959 Saab 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 95 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
