1967 Saab Sonett vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Saab Sonett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1967 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1967 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 460 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.
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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Saab Sonett. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Saab Sonett | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | Sonett | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
