1959 Saab 95 vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 52 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Saab 95 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2011 Ford Ka.
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, 2011 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Saab 95 | 2011 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Saab | Ford |
| Model | 95 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
