1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 2003 Honda Element
To start off, 2003 Honda Element is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Element weights approximately 760 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 1100 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 1958 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1100 | 2003 Honda Element | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1100 | Element |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
