1978 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 28 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 993 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, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Isuzu Bellett | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Isuzu | SsangYong |
Model | Bellett | Kyron |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |