1971 Audi Variant vs. 1982 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1982 Honda Ballade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Audi Variant. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi Variant weights approximately 289 kg more than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi Variant | 1982 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Variant | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2330 mm |
