1982 Honda Ballade vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Insight (73 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade.
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 Honda Ballade (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Ballade | 2006 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Ballade | Insight |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 73 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |
