1995 Fiat 126 vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey

To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1995 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1388 kg more than 1995 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Fiat 126 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 1995 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat 126. 2012 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1995 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1995 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Fiat 126 2012 Honda Odyssey
Make Fiat Honda
Model 126 Odyssey
Year Released 1995 2012
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 704 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 25 HP 248 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 49 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 645 kg 2033 kg
Vehicle Length 3110 mm 5154 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 2012 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1737 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 79 L