1982 Honda Ballade vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 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 8 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 168 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Ballade | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Ballade | Panda |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 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 | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2310 mm |
