1971 Audi 100 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 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi 100 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1978 Isuzu Bellett.
Because 1978 Isuzu Bellett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | 100 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
