1983 Honda Ballade vs. 1980 Simca 1100
To start off, 1983 Honda Ballade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1100. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Simca 1100 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Honda Ballade (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Ballade | 1980 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Ballade | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2530 mm |
