1967 Fiat 124 vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (167 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1967 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124. 2009 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 124 | 2009 Honda Element | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 124 | Element |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 167 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
