1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1980 Honda Ballade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (81 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 185 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.
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, 1980 Honda Ballade (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta. 1980 Honda Ballade has automatic transmission and 1975 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1975 Lancia Beta 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:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Beta | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2330 mm |
