2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 1983 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 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 42 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 1983 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Ducato | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1335 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 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 |
