2009 Tata Indica vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica 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, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 190 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 1980 Honda Ballade has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indica 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 Tata Indica | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Tata | Honda |
| Model | Indica | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2330 mm |
