1960 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1980 Honda Ballade is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,899 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Ballade (74 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 475 kg more than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Because 1960 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1960 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat Campagnola | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Campagnola | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2330 mm |
