1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 717 kg more than 1974 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, 2004 Honda Element (220 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 128 | Element |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
