2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 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 (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 265 kg more than 1958 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 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 (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1958 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1958 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 | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Odyssey | Appia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
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 | 244 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 864 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 |