1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1978 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1979 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 1 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 731 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, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Bitter | Isuzu |
Model | Diplomat | Bellett |
Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1816 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |