1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 2004 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Fiat 1100 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 1954 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2004 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100. 2004 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 2004 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1100 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3010 mm |
