1974 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 487 more horse power than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 144 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 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 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 GT 1 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
| Model | Bellett | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |
