1972 Fiat 132 vs. 1978 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1978 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 132 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 132 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1978 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, 1972 Fiat 132 (145 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 132 | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 132 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
