1980 Honda Civic vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1980 Honda Civic is newer by 21 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 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Civic (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Saab 95 weights approximately 103 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic.
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, 1980 Honda Civic (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Honda Civic | 1959 Saab 95 | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Civic | 95 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 841 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 888 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |