2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Ballade (74 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 185 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 (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i10 | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Hyundai | Honda |
Model | i10 | Ballade |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 99 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2330 mm |