1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1975 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1975 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1975 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1975 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, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1975 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Abarth | Isuzu |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
