1967 Saab Sonett vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1967 Saab Sonett is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Volvo 120 (76 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1967 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Volvo 120 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1967 Saab Sonett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Volvo 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Saab Sonett, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Volvo 120 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Saab Sonett. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Saab Sonett | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Saab | Volvo |
| Model | Sonett | 120 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2610 mm |
