1975 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1975 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart Roadster weights approximately 60 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Isuzu Bellett | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Isuzu | Smart |
| Model | Bellett | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
