1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 40 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 140 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Palio | 95 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
