2003 Citroen C5 vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 2003 Citroen C5 is newer by 44 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C5 weights approximately 402 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, 2003 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C5 | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | C5 | 95 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
