2004 Honda Element vs. 1968 Monteverdi 2000
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Monteverdi 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Monteverdi 2000 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 309 kg more than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Monteverdi 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1968 Monteverdi 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Monteverdi |
| Model | Element | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |
