1966 Fiat 850 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 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 850 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 (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1224 kg more than 1966 Fiat 850. 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 1966 Fiat 850. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 850 | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 850 | Element |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |