1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1960 Austin A 55 is newer by 1 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 55 (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 55 should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 55 weights approximately 234 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 1960 Austin A 55 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Saab 95, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Austin A 55 (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 55 | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Austin | Saab |
| Model | A 55 | 95 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
