1978 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1970 Reliant Bug
To start off, 1978 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Reliant Bug. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Reliant Bug would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 527 kg more than 1970 Reliant Bug. 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 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Isuzu Bellett | 1970 Reliant Bug | |
Make | Isuzu | Reliant |
Model | Bellett | Bug |
Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1817 cc | 701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 60.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 2800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1960 mm |