1954 Abarth Renault vs. 1996 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1996 Honda Ballade is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Abarth Renault is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Abarth Renault (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Abarth Renault should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Ballade weights approximately 200 kg more than 1954 Abarth Renault.
Because 1954 Abarth Renault 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 Abarth Renault. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Abarth Renault | 1996 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | Renault | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 52 L |
