1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1980 Honda Ballade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 128 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Honda Ballade (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 128 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2330 mm |
