2001 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 292 kg more than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Honda Civic (119 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1966 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Civic | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
