1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 415 kg more than 1980 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2330 mm |
