1971 Monteverdi Sierra vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Monteverdi Sierra would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Monteverdi Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. (160 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 194 kg more than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Monteverdi Sierra 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 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra (388 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Monteverdi Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Monteverdi Sierra | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Element |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
