1998 Honda Prelude vs. 1966 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1998 Honda Prelude is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellel. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Honda Prelude.
Because 1966 Isuzu Bellel 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 1966 Isuzu Bellel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Prelude, 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, 1998 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellel. (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Prelude | 1966 Isuzu Bellel | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Prelude | Bellel |
Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2540 mm |