2008 Honda Element vs. 1965 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti Mini 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 130 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 650 kg more than 1965 Innocenti Mini. 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1965 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Element | Mini |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2050 mm |
