1995 Rover 600 vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1995 Rover 600 is newer by 36 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 600 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 600 weights approximately 465 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, 1995 Rover 600 (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 600 | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | 600 | 95 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
