1988 Citroen CX vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 29 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 337 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.
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, 1988 Citroen CX (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | CX | 95 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
