1978 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2001 Kia Retona
To start off, 2001 Kia Retona is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 940 kg more than 1978 Isuzu Bellett.
Because 2001 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Isuzu Bellett | 2001 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Bellett | Retona |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
