2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1971 Saab 99
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,709 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1971 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Saab 99 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
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, 1971 Saab 99 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1971 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Jazz | 99 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 989 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4380 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 |
