1959 Saab 95 vs. 2010 Honda Stream
To start off, 2010 Honda Stream 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Stream weights approximately 206 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 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Saab 95 | 2010 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Saab | Honda |
| Model | 95 | Stream |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
