1997 Rover 400 vs. 1968 Saab Sonett
To start off, 1997 Rover 400 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Saab Sonett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1968 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 400 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1968 Saab Sonett. 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, 1997 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Saab Sonett. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rover 400 | 1968 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | 400 | Sonett |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2160 mm |
