1986 Honda Civic vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,818 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 45 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 1963 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 1963 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Civic | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Civic | Bellett |
Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2360 mm |