1983 Honda Ballade vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (75 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 151 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Honda Ballade (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Ballade | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Ballade | Delta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2480 mm |
