1942 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 69 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1942 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1942 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Element weights approximately 1071 kg more than 1942 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1942 Fiat 500 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 1942 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Element, 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. 2011 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1942 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1942 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Fiat 500 | 2011 Honda Element | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 500 | Element |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 567 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2576 mm |
