1974 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1998 Lotus Elise 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 220 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
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 Lotus Elise (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Isuzu Bellett | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
Model | Bellett | Elise |
Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |