1979 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2001 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2001 Toyota FXS is newer by 22 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota FXS (188 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota FXS weights approximately 394 kg more than 1979 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, 2001 Toyota FXS (280 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Bellett | 2001 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Bellett | FXS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
