1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 47 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1583 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 1964 Fiat 500 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 1964 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500. 2011 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. 2011 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 500 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 2068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 79 L |
