1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 943 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Element |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2353 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
