2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 898 kg more than 1959 Riley 4-68. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Riley 4-68 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 1959 Riley 4-68. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1959 Riley 4-68 has manual transmission. 1959 Riley 4-68 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:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
| Make | Honda | Riley |
| Model | Odyssey | 4-68 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
