1959 Saab 95 vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 51 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fiesta (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 56 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, 2010 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Saab 95 | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Saab | Ford |
| Model | 95 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
