1982 Honda Ballade vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 1982 Honda Ballade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Marcos 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Marcos 1500 (85 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1500 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Ballade weights approximately 75 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Because 1966 Marcos 1500 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 1966 Marcos 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1966 Marcos 1500 (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Marcos 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Ballade | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
| Make | Honda | Marcos |
| Model | Ballade | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2290 mm |
