1968 MG 1100 vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1968 MG 1100 is newer by 9 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 MG 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 MG 1100 (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 MG 1100 should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Saab 95 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1968 MG 1100.
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, 1968 MG 1100 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 MG 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 MG 1100 | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | MG | Saab |
| Model | 1100 | 95 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
