1961 Saab 750 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Saab 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Saab 750 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Saab 750. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1961 Saab 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Saab 750 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1975 Volkswagen Golf (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Saab 750. (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Saab 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Saab 750 | 1975 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 750 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
