1981 Honda Ballade vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 22 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (148 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 1035 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (309 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade. 2003 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 1981 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1981 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Ballade | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Ballade | Thesis |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2810 mm |