1972 Fiat 850 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 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 850 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 187 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 850. 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 850 | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 850 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3010 mm |
