1973 Fiat 126 vs. 1978 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1978 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 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 79 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 375 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. 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, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 126 | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 126 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
