1980 Honda Ballade vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1980 Honda Ballade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia would be higher. Both 1980 Honda Ballade and 1966 Lancia Flavia are equipped with a 1,488 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flavia (76 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 375 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.
Because 1966 Lancia Flavia 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 1966 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Honda Ballade (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Honda Ballade | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Ballade | Flavia |
Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2660 mm |