2009 Honda Element vs. 1971 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 38 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1971 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1971 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 439 kg more than 1971 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti Mini. 2009 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1971 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1971 Innocenti Mini 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 | 1971 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Element | Mini |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| 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 | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2150 mm |
