2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (242 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 269 kg more than 1956 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Lancia Appia 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 1956 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1956 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1956 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Odyssey | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Odyssey | Appia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2520 mm |