1959 Saab 95 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 53 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 490 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Saab 95 | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 95 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
