1981 Honda Civic vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1981 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 195 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Isuzu Bellett (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Civic | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Civic | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1333 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2360 mm |
