1983 Fiat Uno vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 26 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), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 354 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.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (80 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Honda Element | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Uno | Element |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
