1980 Honda Ballade vs. 1961 Saab 750
To start off, 1980 Honda Ballade is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Saab 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Saab 750 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Ballade (74 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Saab 750. (48 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1961 Saab 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Saab 750 weights approximately 38 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Honda Ballade (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Saab 750. (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Saab 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 1961 Saab 750 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Ballade | 750 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 48 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2500 mm |
