1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 1978 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 20 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Hyundai | Isuzu |
| Model | Euro 1 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1370 mm |
