1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1980 Honda Ballade is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 635 kg more than 1980 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2330 mm |
