1993 Honda Concerto vs. 1971 Saab 99
To start off, 1993 Honda Concerto is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,853 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Saab 99. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1971 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Saab 99 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1993 Honda Concerto.
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, 1971 Saab 99 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1971 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Concerto | 1971 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Concerto | 99 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1853 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |
