1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1982 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1982 Honda Ballade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Ballade weights approximately 202 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Because 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa 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 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 1982 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2330 mm |
