2001 Ford Ka vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2001 Ford Ka 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 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ka. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ka weights approximately 94 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 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ka | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |
