1984 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2008 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 (321 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Honda Odyssey. (241 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 396 kg more than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037.
Because 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 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 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. 2008 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 has manual transmission. 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2008 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2111 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
