2009 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Saab 99
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,709 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 172 kg more than 1968 Saab 99. 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, 1968 Saab 99 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1968 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Civic | 99 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
