1998 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Saab Sonett
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 30 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1968 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Civic weights approximately 395 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, 1998 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Saab Sonett. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Civic | 1968 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Civic | Sonett |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2160 mm |
