1977 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1980 Reliant GTC
To start off, 1980 Reliant GTC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant GTC (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1977 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant GTC should accelerate faster than 1977 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant GTC weights approximately 385 kg more than 1977 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, 1980 Reliant GTC (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Isuzu Bellett | 1980 Reliant GTC | |
| Make | Isuzu | Reliant |
| Model | Bellett | GTC |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
