2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta 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 (245 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 990 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta. 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 1981 Lancia Beta. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1981 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1981 Lancia Beta 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 | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Odyssey | Beta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
