1960 Abarth 600 vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 600 | 2004 Honda Element | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 600 | Element |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1599 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |