1970 Honda N III vs. 1967 Saab Sonett
To start off, 1970 Honda N III 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, 1967 Saab Sonett (64 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Saab Sonett should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Saab Sonett weights approximately 285 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1967 Saab Sonett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda N III | 1967 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | N III | Sonett |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2160 mm |
