1978 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 34 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 403 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.
Because 1978 Isuzu Bellett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Isuzu Bellett | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Isuzu | Kia |
Model | Bellett | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |