1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 601 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellett | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Bellett | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 939 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
