1982 Honda Ballade vs. 2007 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2007 Lancia Musa is newer by 25 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, 2007 Lancia Musa (69 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Musa weights approximately 490 kg more than 1982 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, 2007 Lancia Musa (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Ballade | 2007 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Ballade | Musa |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2510 mm |
