1978 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1983 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Isuzu Bellett 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 36 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 75 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Isuzu Bellett | 1983 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | Isuzu | Vauxhall |
Model | Bellett | Chevette |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |