1967 Fiat 850 vs. 1982 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1982 Honda Ballade is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Ballade weights approximately 53 kg more than 1967 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 850 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 1967 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Honda Ballade (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850. 1982 Honda Ballade has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 850 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Honda Ballade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 850 | 1982 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 850 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2330 mm |
