1970 Renault 10 vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1970 Renault 10 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Renault 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Renault 10 (42 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Renault 10 should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Saab 95 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1970 Renault 10.
Because 1970 Renault 10 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 Renault 10. 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, 1959 Saab 95 (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Saab 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Renault 10 | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | 10 | 95 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2500 mm |
