1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Barchetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Barchetta | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Barchetta | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3010 mm |
