2004 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 45 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 597 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.
Because 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | A4 | 95 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
