1959 Saab 95 vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 547 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 Mazda 6 (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95. 2010 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1959 Saab 95 has manual transmission. 1959 Saab 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Saab 95 | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Saab | Mazda |
| Model | 95 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
