1959 Fiat 750 vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 750 | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 750 | Element |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |