1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 4 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 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Saab 95 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | Giulia | 95 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
