1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1980 Honda Ballade is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 399 kg more than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Because 1953 Fiat 1400 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 1953 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade, 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, 1953 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm). This means 1953 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade. 1980 Honda Ballade has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Honda Ballade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1400 | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1400 | Ballade |
Year Released | 1953 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1335 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 134 Nm | 108 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2330 mm |