1967 MG 1100 vs. 1967 Saab Sonett
To start off, both 1967 MG 1100 and 1967 Saab Sonett were released in the same year (1967). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Saab Sonett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Saab Sonett (64 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1967 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Saab Sonett should accelerate faster than 1967 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 MG 1100 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1967 Saab Sonett.
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, 1967 Saab Sonett (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG 1100. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Saab Sonett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1967 MG 1100 | 1967 Saab Sonett | |
Make | MG | Saab |
Model | 1100 | Sonett |
Year Released | 1967 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2160 mm |