1966 Autobianchi Bianchina 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 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 415 kg more than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1978 Isuzu Bellett has automatic transmission and 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Isuzu Bellett will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Isuzu |
| Model | Bianchina | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
