2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 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 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 167 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Honda Ballade (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 1980 Honda Ballade has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda 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:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Ballade |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
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 | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 953 kg | 786 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 |