2002 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2002 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 22 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 245 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, 2002 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Barchetta | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Barchetta | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2330 mm |
