1959 Saab 95 vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 497 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 Mazda Premacy (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Premacy 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 Premacy | |
| Make | Saab | Mazda |
| Model | 95 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 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 | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
