1970 Abarth 595 vs. 1954 Saab 94
To start off, 1970 Abarth 595 is newer by 16 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 747 cc (3 cylinders), 1954 Saab 94 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Saab 94 (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Saab 94 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Saab 94 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1970 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Abarth 595 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 1970 Abarth 595. 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, 1954 Saab 94 (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 595. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Saab 94 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 595 | 1954 Saab 94 | |
| Make | Abarth | Saab |
| Model | 595 | 94 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2210 mm |
