1979 Ford Capri vs. 1967 Saab Sonett
To start off, 1979 Ford Capri is newer by 12 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 1,497 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 1979 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Saab Sonett should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Capri weights approximately 220 kg more than 1967 Saab Sonett.
Because 1979 Ford Capri 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 1979 Ford Capri. 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, 1967 Saab Sonett (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Saab Sonett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Capri | 1967 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Capri | Sonett |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2160 mm |
