1965 Abarth 750 vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 750 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 (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1965 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Abarth 750 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 1965 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 750. (58 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 750 | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 750 | Element |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
