1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1978 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 21 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 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Fiat Duna, 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 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Duna | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
