1969 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1980 Lancia Beta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 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. 1980 Lancia Beta weights approximately 90 kg more than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
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, 1980 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Bellett | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lancia |
| Model | Bellett | Beta |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
