1970 Honda S600 vs. 1979 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 181 kg more than 1970 Honda S600. 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, 1979 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda S600 | 1979 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | S600 | Bellett |
Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |