2009 Honda Insight vs. 1967 Saab Sonett
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Saab Sonett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Insight (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1967 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1967 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 496 kg more than 1967 Saab Sonett. 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, 2009 Honda Insight (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Saab Sonett. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Insight | 1967 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Insight | Sonett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
