1990 Nissan Micra vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1990 Nissan Micra is newer by 31 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), 1990 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Micra (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Saab 95 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1990 Nissan Micra.
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, 1959 Saab 95 (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Saab 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Micra | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Micra | 95 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 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 | 49 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
