1988 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Saab 96
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic is newer by 22 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, 1988 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1966 Saab 96. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1966 Saab 96.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Saab 96 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 1966 Saab 96 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Civic | 96 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
