1970 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1978 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 304 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Isuzu Bellett (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Isuzu Bellett (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu Bellett | 1978 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
| Model | Bellett | 304 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2600 mm |
