1959 Saab 95 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 41 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 427 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.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Saab 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Saab 95 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Saab | Subaru |
Model | 95 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 841 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |