1967 Simca 1501 vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1980 Honda Ballade is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,473 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Simca 1501 (81 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Simca 1501 weights approximately 232 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 1967 Simca 1501 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 Simca 1501. 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, 1967 Simca 1501 (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade. 1980 Honda Ballade has automatic transmission and 1967 Simca 1501 has manual transmission. 1967 Simca 1501 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:
| 1967 Simca 1501 | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Simca | Honda |
| Model | 1501 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1473 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1018 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
