2006 Fiat Albea vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2006 Fiat Albea is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Albea (76 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Albea weights approximately 366 kg more than 1981 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, 2006 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade. 1981 Honda Ballade has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Albea has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Albea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Honda Ballade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Albea | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Albea | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
