1981 Honda Ballade vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1981 Honda Ballade is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,334 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Appia weights approximately 75 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Because 1956 Lancia Appia 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 1956 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Honda Ballade (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Ballade | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Ballade | Appia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2520 mm |
