2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 47 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Saab 95 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saab |
| Model | Sirion | 95 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
