2001 Honda Civic vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (55 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
Because 1963 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 1963 Isuzu Bellel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic, 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, 2001 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1963 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Civic | Bellel |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
