1962 Fiat 500 vs. 2003 Honda Element
To start off, 2003 Honda Element is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 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 136 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Element weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Fiat 500. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 500 | 2003 Honda Element | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 500 | Element |
Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |