1972 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 149 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 976 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Spider | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 328 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3010 mm |