1979 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 27 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 2,405 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu KB (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 1098 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, 2006 Isuzu KB (204 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Bellett | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Isuzu | Isuzu |
| Model | Bellett | KB |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3060 mm |
