1978 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1993 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1993 TVR Cerbera is newer by 15 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Cerbera (347 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 220 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, 1993 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Isuzu Bellett | 1993 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Isuzu | TVR |
Model | Bellett | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |