1981 Honda Ballade vs. 1998 Zagato Zuma
To start off, 1998 Zagato Zuma is newer by 17 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Zagato Zuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Zagato Zuma (108 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Zagato Zuma should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Zagato Zuma weights approximately 265 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, 1998 Zagato Zuma (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Zagato Zuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Ballade | 1998 Zagato Zuma | |
| Make | Honda | Zagato |
| Model | Ballade | Zuma |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2520 mm |
