2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 1983 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (100 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Honda Ballade weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Because 2001 Caterham Beaulieu 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 Caterham Beaulieu. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Caterham Beaulieu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 1983 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Caterham | Honda |
| Model | Beaulieu | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2330 mm |
