1959 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1980 Honda Ballade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Ballade (74 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Honda Ballade weights approximately 345 kg more than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina 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 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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, 1980 Honda Ballade (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1980 Honda Ballade has automatic transmission and 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina 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:
1959 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Autobianchi | Honda |
Model | Bianchina | Ballade |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 30 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2330 mm |