1999 Audi TT vs. 1976 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 415 kg more than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT, 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, 1999 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1976 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | TT | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
