1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2009 Honda Element | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 128 | Element |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
