1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 850 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 850 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 79 L |
