2007 Mazda 5 vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 48 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 5 weights approximately 303 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, 2007 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 5 | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 5 | 95 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
