1996 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 37 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 296 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, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Pontiac Sunfire | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saab |
| Model | Sunfire | 95 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |
