1959 Saab 95 vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo is newer by 48 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 890 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 2007 Tata Sumo 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, 2007 Tata Sumo 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, 2007 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Saab 95 | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Saab | Tata |
| Model | 95 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2425 mm |
