1970 Mini Clubman vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1970 Mini Clubman 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mini Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mini Clubman (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mini Clubman should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Saab 95 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1970 Mini Clubman.
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, 1959 Saab 95 (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 Saab 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mini Clubman | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Mini | Saab |
| Model | Clubman | 95 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2500 mm |
