2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Lancia Beta 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 1977 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Odyssey | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Odyssey | Beta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2360 mm |
