1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cherry 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Saab 95 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Saab 95 (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Saab 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Cherry | 95 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2480 mm |
