1975 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1959 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1975 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 325 kg more than 1959 Lotus Elite. 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, 1975 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Isuzu Bellett | 1959 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
| Model | Bellett | Elite |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |
