2007 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Saab 96
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Saab 96. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Saab 96 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1966 Saab 96. (63 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1966 Saab 96.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Saab 96. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Saab 96. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1966 Saab 96 has manual transmission. 1966 Saab 96 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1966 Saab 96 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Civic | 96 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 38 L |
