1979 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 1989 Renault 19 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (92 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 19 weights approximately 59 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Bellett.
Because 1979 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 1979 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Renault 19, 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, 1979 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Bellett | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Bellett | 19 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
