1963 Abarth 595 vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 595 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 211 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1486 kg more than 1963 Abarth 595. 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 1963 Abarth 595. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 595. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1963 Abarth 595 has manual transmission. 1963 Abarth 595 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:
| 1963 Abarth 595 | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 595 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3010 mm |
