1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 31 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 130 | Element |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 2353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
