1966 Abarth 700 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700.
Because 1966 Abarth 700 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 1966 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 700 | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 700 | Element |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
