1976 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2003 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2003 Panoz AIV is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Panoz AIV weights approximately 255 kg more than 1976 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, 2003 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Isuzu Bellett | 2003 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Isuzu | Panoz |
| Model | Bellett | AIV |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
