1969 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1980 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1980 Reliant SE6 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. 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, 1980 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Isuzu Bellett | 1980 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Isuzu | Reliant |
Model | Bellett | SE6 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |