1978 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 27 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 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life 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, 2005 Honda Life 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, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life. 2005 Honda Life 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. 2005 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Isuzu Bellett | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | Isuzu | Honda |
Model | Bellett | Life |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1816 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |