1996 Fiat 126 vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126. 2008 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 126 | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 126 | Element |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
