2008 Honda Element vs. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible 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) has 117 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. 2008 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible has manual transmission. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible 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:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Honda | Wartburg |
| Model | Element | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
