1978 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1968 Monteverdi 2000
To start off, 1978 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Monteverdi 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Monteverdi 2000 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Monteverdi 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Monteverdi 2000 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Monteverdi 2000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Monteverdi 2000 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1978 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, 1968 Monteverdi 2000 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Monteverdi 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. 1968 Monteverdi 2000 has automatic transmission and 1978 Isuzu Bellett has manual transmission. 1978 Isuzu Bellett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Monteverdi 2000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Isuzu Bellett | 1968 Monteverdi 2000 | |
Make | Isuzu | Monteverdi |
Model | Bellett | 2000 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |