1976 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 31 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 505 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.
Because 1976 Isuzu Bellett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Isuzu Bellett | 2007 Seat Altea | |
Make | Isuzu | Seat |
Model | Bellett | Altea |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |