1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 31 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Fit weights approximately 357 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, 2011 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Ballade | Fit |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 117 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2499 mm |
