1968 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1998 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Toyota Celica is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Celica weights approximately 145 kg more than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Isuzu Bellett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Toyota Celica (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Bellett | 1998 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Bellett | Celica |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
