2003 Honda City vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 2003 Honda City 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda City weights approximately 52 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 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda City | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | City | 95 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
