1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 170 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2005 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2005 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Alfasud | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 79 L |
