2005 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 46 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 202 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, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Prizm | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Prizm | 95 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
