1949 Fiat 500 vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1421 kg more than 1949 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1949 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1949 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 500 | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 500 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |
