1970 Ford 17 vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1970 Ford 17 is newer by 11 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford 17 (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford 17 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1959 Saab 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford 17 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 Ford 17. 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, 1970 Ford 17 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 17 | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | 17 | 95 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
