2006 Saab 03-Sep vs. 1966 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2006 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 945 kg more than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Toyota Sport 800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saab 03-Sep | 1966 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 03-Sep | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
