1964 Austin A 99 vs. 1954 Saab 94
To start off, 1964 Austin A 99 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Saab 94. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Saab 94 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1954 Saab 94. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1954 Saab 94. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 99 weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1954 Saab 94. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Austin A 99 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 1964 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Saab 94, 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, 1964 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Saab 94. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Saab 94.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 99 | 1954 Saab 94 | |
| Make | Austin | Saab |
| Model | A 99 | 94 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2210 mm |
