1978 Fiat Strada vs. 2005 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1978 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Strada | 2005 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Strada | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |