2001 Fiat Duna vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2001 Fiat Duna is newer by 21 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Ballade (74 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Duna weights approximately 115 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, 1980 Honda Ballade (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Duna | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Duna | Ballade |
Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 105 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 86.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2330 mm |