1984 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1984 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 106 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic.
Because 1974 Isuzu Bellett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Civic | 1974 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Civic | Bellett |
Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |