1970 Honda 1300 vs. 1967 Saab Sonett
To start off, 1970 Honda 1300 is newer by 3 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, 1970 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1967 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1967 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Honda 1300 weights approximately 115 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, 1967 Saab Sonett (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Saab Sonett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda 1300 | 1967 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | 1300 | Sonett |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
