1985 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Element weights approximately 904 kg more than 1985 Fiat Panda. 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, 2011 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Panda | 2011 Honda Element | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Element |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
