1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 33 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 171 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra, 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, both vehicles can yield 128 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Hyundai | Isuzu |
Model | Lantra | Bellett |
Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |