1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1965 Saab MC
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Saab MC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Saab MC would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1965 Saab MC. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1965 Saab MC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 517 kg more than 1965 Saab MC. 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Saab MC. (91 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Saab MC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1965 Saab MC | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saab |
| Model | Eclipse | MC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
