1984 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 771 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 79 L |
