1981 Fiat 126 vs. 1977 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1981 Fiat 126 is newer by 4 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 340 kg more than 1981 Fiat 126. 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, 1977 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 126 | 1977 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 126 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
