1985 Honda Jazz vs. 1979 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1985 Honda Jazz is newer by 6 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 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 225 kg more than 1985 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Honda Jazz, 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, 1979 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Jazz | 1979 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Jazz | Bellett |
Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |