1959 Saab 95 vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 453 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Saab 95 | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Saab | Kia |
| Model | 95 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
