1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1978 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1978 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 295 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 110.
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, 1971 Alpine A 110 (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Alpine | Isuzu |
| Model | A 110 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2410 mm |
