1975 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1973 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1975 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Reliant Rebel 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 62 more horse power than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1973 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 330 kg more than 1973 Reliant Rebel. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Isuzu Bellett | 1973 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Isuzu | Reliant |
| Model | Bellett | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
