1982 Honda Ballade vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour 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, 1982 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForFour weights approximately 181 kg more 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Ballade | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Honda | Smart |
| Model | Ballade | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2510 mm |
