1972 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 250 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic, 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, 1979 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 1979 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Civic | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
