1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (118 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 459 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Ballade | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2466 mm |
