1979 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2006 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2006 Lotus Exige 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 9 kg more than 2006 Lotus Exige.
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 Lotus Exige (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Isuzu Bellett | 2006 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
Model | Bellett | Exige |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |