1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 1302 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 133 | Element |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2580 mm |
