2007 Honda Odyssey vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 740 kg more than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Lancia Aurelia 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 1954 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 2007 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1954 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1954 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Odyssey | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Odyssey | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |
