1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1971 Fiat 130 is newer by 12 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 637 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 1971 Fiat 130 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 1971 Fiat 130. 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | 130 | 95 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
