1974 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 395 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. 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, 1974 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Isuzu Bellett | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Isuzu | Mitsubishi |
Model | Bellett | Minica |
Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |