1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1980 Honda Ballade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP) has 283 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 350 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.
Because 1966 Ford GT 40 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 1966 Ford GT 40. 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 (108 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1980 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | GT 40 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2330 mm |
