1961 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1961 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500. 2007 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 500 | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 500 | Element |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2580 mm |