2003 Honda Fit vs. 1967 Saab Sonett
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Saab Sonett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Fit (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1967 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Fit weights approximately 290 kg more than 1967 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, 2003 Honda Fit (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Saab Sonett. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Fit | 1967 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Fit | Sonett |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2160 mm |
