1983 Fiat Uno vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1094 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Uno | Element |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
