1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1979 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1987 Austin Maestro is newer by 8 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Austin Maestro weights approximately 9 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Bellett.
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, 1987 Austin Maestro, 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 1979 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | Maestro | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
