1971 Riley 4 vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1971 Riley 4 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Riley 4 (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Riley 4 weights approximately 260 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 Riley 4 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 Riley 4. 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 Riley 4 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Riley 4 | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Riley | Saab |
| Model | 4 | 95 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
