1974 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 1978 Mazda 818 is newer by 4 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 25 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 818 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1974 Isuzu Bellett.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Isuzu Bellett | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Bellett | 818 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |
