1966 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1978 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1978 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 366 kg more than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Abarth | Isuzu |
Model | Mono 1000 | Bellett |
Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |