2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1982 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 75 kg more than 1982 Honda Ballade.
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, 1982 Honda Ballade (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda. 1982 Honda Ballade has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Honda Ballade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1982 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2330 mm |
