1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1966 Saab 96
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Saab 96. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Saab 96 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Saab 96 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Saab 96 (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Saab 96 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Saab 96 weights approximately 63 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. 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, 1966 Saab 96 (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Saab 96 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 1966 Saab 96 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Festiva | 96 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2500 mm |
