1996 Honda Ballade vs. 2001 Nissan HyperMini
To start off, 2001 Nissan HyperMini is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 2,988 cc, 2001 Nissan HyperMini is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan HyperMini weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Because 2001 Nissan HyperMini is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Nissan HyperMini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Ballade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan HyperMini. (130 Nm). This means 1996 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan HyperMini. 2001 Nissan HyperMini has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan HyperMini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Ballade | 2001 Nissan HyperMini | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Ballade | HyperMini |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 76 L |
