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


 

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