1978 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1968 Marcos 1600
To start off, 1978 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 1600. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 168 kg more than 1968 Marcos 1600. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 1600. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Isuzu Bellett | 1968 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Marcos |
| Model | Bellett | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
