1986 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 1966 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Civic | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2360 mm |
