1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 1977 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1979 Isuzu 117 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1977 Isuzu Bellett.
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 Isuzu 117 (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu 117 | 1977 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Isuzu | Isuzu |
| Model | 117 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
