1978 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1960 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1978 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1960 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1960 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 330 kg more than 1960 ZAZ Jalta. 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, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Isuzu Bellett | 1960 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Isuzu | ZAZ |
| Model | Bellett | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |
