1997 Lancia K vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia K. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia K would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Lancia K. (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia K. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 555 kg more than 1997 Lancia K. 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, 2013 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia K. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia K.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia K | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | K | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5152 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2011 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
