2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 50 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 252 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 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Panda | 95 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
