2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 23 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 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (148 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 1004 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade. 1980 Honda Ballade has automatic transmission and 2003 Lancia Thesis has manual transmission. 2003 Lancia Thesis 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:
| 2003 Lancia Thesis | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Thesis | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2330 mm |
