1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1961 Fiat 1300 is newer by 2 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1300 (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 50 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 1961 Fiat 1300 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 1961 Fiat 1300. 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, 1961 Fiat 1300 (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | 1300 | 95 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
