2000 Audi A2 vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2000 Audi A2 is newer by 20 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A2 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1980 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, 2000 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A2 | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A2 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2330 mm |
