1988 Honda Civic vs. 1978 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic.
Because 1978 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 1978 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, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 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 | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Civic | Bellett |
Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |