1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 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 216 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. 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 1964 Fiat 500. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1964 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1964 Fiat 500 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:
1964 Fiat 500 | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 500 | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3010 mm |