2009 Honda Element vs. 1963 Innocenti 950
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 766 kg more than 1963 Innocenti 950. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Innocenti 950 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Innocenti 950. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Innocenti 950. 2009 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1963 Innocenti 950 has manual transmission. 1963 Innocenti 950 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 1963 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Element | 950 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2040 mm |
