1996 Honda Ballade vs. 1976 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1996 Honda Ballade is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Ballade (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 104. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Ballade weights approximately 300 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 104. 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, 1996 Honda Ballade (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 104. (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Ballade | 1976 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Ballade | 104 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
