1981 Honda Ballade vs. 1982 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1982 Lancia Gamma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Gamma (116 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 535 kg more than 1981 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, 1982 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Ballade | 1982 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Ballade | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2680 mm |
