1988 Honda Civic vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic is newer by 25 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 1,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 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 75 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 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 (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Civic | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
