2000 Fiat Brava vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2000 Fiat Brava 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 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Brava (82 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Brava weights approximately 258 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, 2000 Fiat Brava (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade. 1980 Honda Ballade has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Brava has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Brava will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Honda Ballade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Brava | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Brava | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
