2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1969 Saab 99
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Saab 99 (79 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1 kg more than 1969 Saab 99.
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, 1969 Saab 99 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 1969 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Jazz | 99 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 54 L |
