1963 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1963 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Lancia Appia 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 1963 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia. 2010 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1963 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1963 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Appia | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Appia | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1748 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 79 L |
