1959 Saab 95 vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 237 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.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Saab 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Saab 95 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Saab | Mazda |
| Model | 95 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
