1974 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1998 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 24 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1974 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, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Isuzu Bellett | 1998 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jensen |
| Model | Bellett | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
