1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2004 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (240 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 965 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1500 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 1959 Fiat 1500. 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 (328 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2004 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 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:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2004 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1500 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 76 L |
