1998 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 39 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Saab 95 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Saab 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saab |
| Model | Sirion | 95 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
