2007 Honda Element vs. 1971 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1971 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1971 Innocenti Mini.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1971 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Element | Mini |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2050 mm |
