2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 26 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 2,286 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ducato (109 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Ducato | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1488 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2330 mm |
